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There is no weather when we wouldn’t enjoy a nice boat trip with the Alison MacGregor.

When our boat left the lock at Hythe Marina we had wind force 5 from South / South West. The sky was overcast, and it was a little wavier, but nevertheless, everybody enjoyed the trip.

Our Residents were accompanied by some Family members, which made the day out even more memorable. On our way back it was raining, but nobody took any notice.

Everyone was joking, laughing, or chatting about all these lovely impressions.

Guitar Sessions were played at Windy Ridge

As the Guitar was played, the dancing commenced

As we had the most wonderful sunny summer we planned our annual Residents’ BBQ Party to be held in Birchy Hill’s lovely gardens.

Everything was prepared, but then…. it started to rain, it started to pour down with rain, and we had to rethink all our party preparations. Luckily, we had a plan B and transformed the largest of our conservatories and the adjacent lounge to an indoor patio.

Everybody could enjoy the yummy BBQ food, our Chef Alan Moon presented.

Many Residents and guests loved a glass of Pimm’s or any other drink, best of all, everybody stayed dry.

Musical entertainment was provided by Nigel Revell, a gem for every party.

Even the shiest of our Residents were singing, clapping and cheering up to the captivating guitar tunes. Everybody had an enchanting afternoon and left with a big smile and some nice words about the successful amusement.

A very big ‘Thank You’ to all, who made this afternoon happen.

The Staff and Friends of Birchy Hill raised a staggering amount of £600 which will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Society for a world without Dementia.

A very big ‘Thank You’ to everybody who helped to make this come true!

It was a wonderful sunny Saturday morning, when a group of 11 brave people, aged between 0 and 60, left Birchy Hill for an 8 miles walk, wandering around the picturesque village of Sway.

Only 2 hours later the group returned, exhausted, thirsty and hungry! But they did it.

Everybody sat down to relax and recover with lots of cold water and some light snacks, before they went home, knowing they made their sponsors proud and they were part of the great Memory Walk.

Congratulations, well done!